Spodumene is used in glasses, glass-ceramics, porcelain enamels, whitewares, and glazes due to the powerful fluxing properties of lithia. It possesses a very low thermal expansion and reduces the viscosity of the glass mass. It contributes to brilliancy and strength of the glass.
Raw material for pharmaceuticals, polymerization catalyst, preparation of antistatic fibers, stabilization of polyvinyl chloride.
Potassium Hydroxide 50% Solution in water is a colorless, clear, viscous liquid. The product is obtained by the electrolysis of potassium chloride. Chemical formula: KOH Molecular weight: 56.1
Uses include detergents/soaps, phosphates, synthesis, silicates and electrolytes.
Potassium hydroxide flakes 90% is a white, deliquescent solid in the form of flakes obtained by concentration of purified electrolytic potassium hydroxide solution. Chemical formula: KOH Molecular weight: 56.1
Raw material for the glass, ceramics and enamel industries; basis material for the manufacture of other lithium compounds; catalyst for esterification; additive and flux for welding rods; additive in aluminum electrolysis melts; additive for quick-setting cement; and others.
Cesium bromide is a highest purity product particularly used for scintillation purposes, e.g. in medical imaging.
Cesium carbonate is a versatile base in organic synthesis.